Course Introduction

In this opening session, Gilad Noor introduces the Essence of Management course, outlining what we’ll learn, how it’s structured, and what to expect. The focus is on practical, actionable lessons that help us become better managers.

• We’ll explore one core management lesson across four modules, combining theory with hands-on exercises to build real-world skills.
• The course begins with a look at the individual contributor role to set the foundation, then shifts to the core question: What is a manager’s job—really?
• Later modules help us practice and apply what we learn, and then explore how to take our management capabilities even further.
• Gilad brings his experience as an engineering manager at Meta, Amazon, and a clean tech startup, along with his work coaching over 100 managers.
• The course is designed to be accessible, practical, and growth-oriented, helping us avoid common mistakes and accelerate our impact as managers.

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